How to read a picture book

How to read a picture book

·      Give a performance

·      Short, meaningful texts

·      Different voices for different characters

·      Show emotion while reading

·      Books for any situation-to meet any needs

·      Picture books should be read by all ages

·      Best artwork in the world

·      *Using pictures is reading!

·      Helps build comprehension and understanding of the text through visuals/pictures

·      Children do not have to like the book. Be open.

·      Read the book all the way through without explaining it to death

·      Build movement

·      Move around

·      Use different voices

·      Do not rush through the illustrations

·      Change up the reading pace

·      Skip parts/repeat parts

·      Choose a book that you are passionate about!

K: I know that it is important to have enthusiasm and make reading books exciting! Our job is to teach children to have a love/passion for reading, and that starts at a very young age.

W: I learned that using pictures is technically reading, and I thought that was very interesting. The child may see the word in the text but not understand what it is until they look and analyze the picture.

L: I think incorporating picture books into at least a weekly routine or maybe even starting off your independent reading program or the students’ library time would be a great warm-up activity to get the students engaged and excited.

S: I would share this information in my reading of picture books whether I am in a classroom or library setting.